Salem
City in McCook County, South Dakota

Salem is a city in McCook County, South Dakota, with 1,325 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,522 ft (464 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Golden View Colony, 3.3 miles SW.
- 1,325residents (2020 Census)
- 1,522 ftelevation · 464 m
- 1.3 sq miland area · 3.2 km²
- 1,060 / sq mipopulation density
- 57058ZIP code
About Salem
Salem is a city in and the county seat of McCook County, South Dakota, United States. The city's population was 1,325 at the 2020 census. The current mayor is Glenda Blindert.
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Living in Salem
- Median household income
- $74,881
- Median home value
- $166,700
- Median rent
- $965/mo
- Median age
- 39.6
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Salem had 1,325 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 1,325 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,060 per sq mi (409 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Salem at a glance
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
|---|---|
| County | McCook County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 1,325 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.25 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,522 ft (464 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.7228° N, 97.3893° W |
| ZIP code | 57058 |
| Official website | salemsd.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4657340 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Salem
- Golden View Colony3.3 mi SW
- Canistota9.9 mi SE
- Spencer10.1 mi W
- Montrose10.4 mi E
- Orland Colony11.7 mi NE
- Canova12.3 mi NW
- Bridgewater13.1 mi SW
- Emery14.2 mi SW
- Farmer15.0 mi W
- Graceville Colony15.2 mi N
- Dolton16.0 mi S
- Humboldt16.6 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Salem
What county is Salem in?
Salem is in McCook County, South Dakota.
What is the population of Salem, SD?
1,325 people lived in Salem at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Salem, SD?
The ZIP code of Salem is 57058.
What is the elevation of Salem?
1,522 feet (464 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Salem?
Golden View Colony (3.3 mi), Canistota (9.9 mi), Spencer (10.1 mi), Montrose (10.4 mi), Orland Colony (11.7 mi).
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